Say hello to Prince, our Pisgah Villa kitty, brings much joy, happiness and a bit of mischievousness to our residents! Kitty is extremely lucky to have so many who really love and adore having kitty around!
Night Sky Painting Class- what better way to spend a cool winter afternoon than to let our creativity shine through painting with our neighbors! These beauties will be on display soon at our Community Center.
Welcome back to Wellness Wednesday! March is National Nutrition Month and this recipe for the immunity bowl packs a big punch when it comes to nutrition. What is your favorite healthy food this time of the year? #nutritionmonth #immunitybowl #oneingredientchef #wellness
Does your retirement community offer live cooking classes??? Pisgah Valley is hosting a cooking show biweekly. We are feeling so creative! We invite all independent living residents. Beginning with, in honor of Mardis Gras, the last episode featured a shrimp creole jambalaya. Best of all, some of the residents cook along with the chefs and …Read More…
The hamstrings are a set of big muscle groups located at the top posterior (back) of the legs. They run right into our sit bones. These muscles are responsible for supporting the knees, hips, and pelvis. The hamstrings help us with walking, bending, running, jumping and squatting movements. Athletes tend to experience strains that can …Read More…
December 1-7 is National Handwashing Awareness Week and it’s no secret that handwashing is more important than ever. So have you found yourself washing more lately than ever in your life? This consistency can be good for killing germs but bad for the health of our hands if they become dry, cracked or sore. So …Read More…
In Asheville, we know about good food and it is one of the best times of the year for all foodies; Holiday season and we are approaching it faster than you think. So, who’s ready to pack on the annual holiday 10? Meaning an extra 10 pounds of weight as we eat our way through …Read More…
Taking a stand on your health can be one of the most powerful tools for longevity. Falls prevention is key to quality longevity too. At Pisgah Valley Retirement Community, we are fortunate to have a gym on site for all independent residents to access. Not to mention the qualified staff trained to recommend specific exercises …Read More…
Rates of depression, anxiety and even suicide have increased since the pandemic. It is not surprising to learn that mental health issues have risen during the pandemic and this has led people to seek ways of coping. A study was published in the American Journal of Psychiatry that examined external factors such as social interaction, …Read More…
Has COVID-19 put a damper on your workout routine? You aren’t the only one. Even at Pisgah Valley, our wellness center has been closed for months leaving members and residents of our facility in need of guidance for at-home workouts. Posture, speed, proper weight and breathing technique can make or break a workout. Proper breathing …Read More…
